Course Descriptions

PT 600. Anatomical Basis of Human Movement in Physical Therapy Practice. An integrated lecture and laboratory approach to regional study of the gross anatomical structure and functions of the human body with emphasis on the study of the musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems. (7 semester hours) (5-2-0) Prerequisite: Admission

PT 603. Physiologic Basis of Physical Therapy II. The examination of the client's response to physical therapy intervention in health and disease. Emphasis is on the physiologic responses and adaptations of the cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal systems and the energy systems utilized during activity. (3 semester hours) (3-0-0) Prerequisite: PT 601

PT 604. Human Kinesiology and Biomechanics II. A study of human structure and movement in the areas of gait and posture. Both normal and abnormal gait and posture will be addressed in lecture and laboratory settings. Basic introductions and principles in the areas of motor learning and motor control will be presented. (3 semester hours) (2-1-0) Prerequisites: PT 602 and PT 621

PT 605. Pharmacology in Physical Therapy. General concepts of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Includes a survey of the classes of pharmacological agents used in the treatment of diseases and disorders of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, musculoskeletal, integumentary and neuromuscular systems. Examination of clinical responses to drug interactions and side effects in the physical therapy patient population and presentation of medical diagnostic measures used to assess diseases and disorders of these systems. (2 semester hours) (2-0-0) Prerequisite: PT 601

PT 611. Systems Review and Clinical Dysfunction. Principles and practices related to the systems review process of physical therapy examination. Clinical pathology of body systems, with emphasis on the influence of these pathologies on the role and practice of physical therapists. (4 semester hours) (4-0-0) Prerequisite: PT 600

PT 612. Developmental Basis of Functional Movement Across the Lifespan. Study of the sequential changes of human development, maturation, and aging from conception to death with emphasis on neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems. (3 semester hours) (3-0-0) Prerequisite: PT 604

PT 616. Comprehensive Capstone. A review and synthesis of the patient client management model with a focus on specific clinical disorders with an emphasis on clinical decision making based on clinical experiences. A secondary emphasis is on preparation for the National Physical Therapy Examination. (3 semester hours) (3-0-0) Prerequisites: PT 613 and PT 651

PT 617. Issues in Community Health and Prevention and Wellness. A synopsis of issues in community health, including epidemiological concepts, community education processes, and a survey of community health stakeholders, current programs and agencies. The role of physical therapists in prevention and promotion of health is examined in relation to principles and practices for primary, secondary and tertiary prevention. (3 semester hours) (3-0-0). Prerequisites: PT 603, PT 610, PT 611, PT 640, PT 660.

PT 631. Assessment and Management of Musculoskeletal Problems I. Specific assessment skills related to appendicular musculoskeletal problems. Presentation of various management techniques, such as exercise, flexibility, and mobilization, which are used in the management of these problems. (4 semester hours) (2-2-0) Prerequisites: PT 602 and PT 611

PT 633. Acute Care in Physical Therapy II. Assessment and treatment of patients in the acute care setting with a variety of medical conditions. Emphasis on the equipment utilized as well as assessment parameters related to the management of patients in acute care settings. (3 semester hours) (2-1-0) Prerequisites: PT 603, PT 620, and PT 621

PT 634. Assessment and Management of Musculoskeletal Problems II. Specific assessment skills related to axial and pelvic musculoskeletal problems. Presentation of various management techniques, such as exercise, flexibility, and mobilization, which are used in the management of these problems. (3 semester hours) (2-1-0) Prerequisites: PT 604 and PT 631

PT 638. Neurological Aspects of Physical Therapy Practice III.Assessment and treatment of neurological and musculoskeletal dysfunctions presenting in the 0 to 21 years of age population in a variety of community and healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on comprehensive management of neuromuscular conditions and includes overview of congenital or acquired orthopedic conditions affecting the pediatric population. (4 semester hours) (3-1-0). Prerequisites: PT 605, PT 606, PT 612, PT 621.

PT 640. Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care. An overview of the legal structure of the health care system, including public and private law affecting health care. Concurrent ethical issues are explored, with a focus on ethical principles and decision making. (2 semester hours) (2-0-0) Prerequisite: Admission

PT 650. Clinical Experience I. An eight week full time clinical education experience. Emphasis based on basic evaluation and treatment techniques of musculoskeletal conditions of the upper and lower extremities and medical conditions. (6 semester hours) (0-0-6) Prerequisite: Enrolled in regular track and in good academic standing.

PT 651. Clinical Experience II. An eight week full time clinical education experience. The student is assigned to one of a variety of practice settings. Emphasis is on comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning for a variety of patient care problems. (6 semester hours) (0-0-6) Prerequisites: PT 650, enrolled in regular track, and in good academic standing

PT 652. Clinical Experience III. The final clinical education course consisting of full time long term experiences in a variety of settings. This course is the culmination of the students' previous didactic and clinical experiences and is designed to assist the student in achieving clinical competence as an entry level physical therapist. Emphasis is on professional behaviors as well as comprehensive patient management. (6 semester hours) (0-0-6) Prerequisites: PT 651, enrolled in regular track, and in good academic standing

PT 653. Clinical Experience IV. The final clinical education course consisting of full time long term experiences in a variety of settings. This course is the culmination of the students' previous didactic and clinical experiences and is designed to assist the student in achieving clinical competence as an entry level physical therapist. Emphasis is on professional behaviors as well as comprehensive patient management. (6 semester hours) (0-0-6) Prerequisites: PT 652, enrolled in regular track, and in good academic standing

PT 662. Journal Seminar I. Preceptor guided group process review of current literature for the development of methodology for a research project. Seminar is pass/fail. (1 semester hour) (0-1-0)

PT 663. Journal Seminar II. Preceptor guided group process review of current literature related to the completion of a research project. Seminar is pass/fail. (1 semester hour) (0-1-0)

PT 670. Specialty Practice in Physical Therapy. Students may take an elective course in a specialty practice area of interest.These can include areas such as sports physical therapy, aquatics, advanced manual therapy skills, women’s health, pediatrics, neurological therapy skills, or other areas of interest. Elective is pass/fail. (2 semester hours) (1-1-0). Requisite: Good academic standing and permission of the instructor.

PT 671. Independent Study in Physical Therapy Practice. An independent study course designed to enhance the knowledge base in administrative, education or clinical issues. Permission of the instructor and department chair is required. Credit hours assigned according to the scope of the project. (1-4 semester hours)

PT 672. Special Topics in Physical Therapy Practice. A student may take this course on a subject of interest or a clinical practice area of physical therapy with permission of the course faculty and department chair. Credit hours assigned according to the scope of the project. (1-4 semester hours)